RAPID CITY, S.D., Feb. 23, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/
-- National American University is
proud to announce that its undergraduate Paralegal Studies program
and Professional Legal Studies program may now be completed online.
Both degree programs are offered through NAU's College of Legal
Studies.
Approved by the American Bar Association since 1994, NAU's
Paralegal Studies program, which offers both associate and
bachelor's degrees, is designed to help professionals start on
their path to a career in the expanding paralegal field.
"Paralegals play an increasingly important role in supporting
the legal profession. Our online Paralegal Studies program expands
opportunities for students who are interested in the law and
working in law-related fields by offering a degree path that's
highly relevant to their career plans." said Dr. Cindy Mathena, NAU Provost and Chief Academic
Officer.
NAU's Paralegal Studies program is designed to provide students
with a specialized understanding of the law and legal system, as
well as the practical skills needed to assist attorneys in law
firms; corporate legal departments; local, state, and federal
government offices; and bank and trust departments. Paralegals may
also be employed in other offices that require excellent
analytical, organizational, and communication skills. Students who
earn an associate degree in Paralegal Studies may expand their
opportunities by continuing their education at NAU and earn a
bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies. All Paralegal Studies
classes are offered 100% online, with three legal specialty courses
delivered synchronously through online video conferencing to meet
ABA Guidelines.
Graduates of NAU's Paralegal Studies program who choose to
become certified are eligible to voluntarily sit for the Certified
Legal Assistant (CLA) exam administered by the National Association
of Legal Assistants (NALA) and earn the designation of Certified
Paralegal (CP). Graduates may also choose to seek certification
from the National Federation of Paralegal Associations (NFPA)
through the Paralegal CORE Competency Exam™ (PCCE™) exam and become
a CORE Registered Paralegal (CRP™).
NAU's Professional Legal Studies program, which also offers
associate and bachelor's degrees, is designed for career-minded
students who are interested in the legal aspects of business and
wish to focus on the integration of legal practices and business
principles. The bachelor's degree in either Professional Legal
Studies or Paralegal Studies provides the pre-requisite education
needed to seek admission to law school for students who wish to
become an attorney.
With more than 20 years of experience in developing and
providing online education, NAU offers 100% online programs that
provide non-traditional students the flexibility to earn a degree
at their convenience and on their schedule.
About National American
University
Now celebrating its 80th year, National
American University prepares students for careers in
technical and professional fields. Regionally accredited by the
Higher Learning Commission, NAU offers 100% online doctoral,
master's, bachelor's associate, diploma, and certificate programs.
In addition to Paralegal Studies and Professional Legal Studies,
NAU offers programs in Healthcare Management, Business, Accounting,
Technology, Criminal Justice, and Strategic Security. For more
information visit https://www.national.edu/.
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